You might say you take your life in your hands when you study biology. That?s because it is literally the study of life?all life?from one-celled organisms to multi-species habitats. And when you study the biosphere at CWU, you will receive hands-on learning from award winning professors.

Studying the ?programme offered by the Central Washington University is a chance to explore all the aspects of life ranging from insects to mammals. Having an understanding of biology can lead to a rewarding career in a number of fields including agronomy, biochemistry, conservation, forestry, marine biology, or zoology. CWU offers a BA and a BS in biology with specializations in biomedical science, ecology and evolutionary biology, and molecular and cell biology.

Studying biology helps us decipher many social and economic issues and is at the forefront of environmental issues.

Careers

The BA degree program is designed for students preparing to incorporate?biology?into broader careers such as teaching, health sciences (PA, nursing, pre-PT), business, or law. It is also the appropriate major for students seeking endorsement in teaching high school?biology.

A BS is recommended for students who anticipate pursuing a graduate degree in?biology, health programs (MD, DO, DVM, DDS, Pharm D.) or?biology?careers that might require training in a greater depth of biological subdisciplines.